Technology Framework for Real-Time Assessment of Spatial Conflicts in Building Retrofitting

Abstract

In the field of construction works planning, workspaces must be considered as limited resources, in the same way as labour crews and equipment. Being the work-related spatial information both contextual and affected by construction site's dynamics, a real-time management approach based on lean principles must be adopted. In this paper, a BIM-based serious game engine, framed within a high-level system architecture, is presented to enhance work progress management. The generation of a geometric model to perform look-ahead simulations for predicting spatial conflicts is showcased relatively to a retrofitted residential building.

Enhancing Safety on Construction Sites: A UWB-Based Proximity Warning System Ensuring GDPR Compliance to Prevent Collision Hazards

“…The dynamic characteristics of construction site activities may be the cause of collision accidents, with construction resources often moving in situations of excessive proximity [ 8 ]. Inadequate analysis of spatial interferences in the design of construction site layouts often results in construction site spaces that are, at least temporarily, inadequate for the safe conduct of operations [ 17 , 18 ]. In addition, other factors can be identified that increase the likelihood of workers becoming victims of collision accidents: for example, the possible loss of concentration in performing daily activities due to fatigue and repetitive tasks, and the reduced visibility of construction vehicle operators due to blind spots [ 8 , 12 , 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 ].…”